Technical Documentation Engineer

Posted: Apr 24, 2026

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Technical Documentation Engineer

Aagard - Alexandria, MN

business_center Full-time

Salary: $71,000.00 - $101,000.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Jul 31, 2026

Manufacturing

Key Obsessions

• Deliver Clear, Accurate, and Usable Technical Documentation
• Create and maintain operator manuals, maintenance guides, troubleshooting documentation, and system overviews.
• Translate complex technical and engineering concepts into clear, customer‑friendly documentation.
• Ensure documentation aligns with Aagard standards, customer requirements, and applicable industry regulations.
• Maintain version control, accuracy, and traceability across documentation deliverables.
• Leverage AI to Improve Documentation Quality and Efficiency
• Apply AI‑enabled tools to assist with drafting, standardizing, summarizing, and updating technical content.
• Develop and maintain AI‑supported documentation workflows, templates, and style guides.
• Identify opportunities to integrate AI tools with enterprise systems and documentation sources to automate documentation updates from engineering data, PLC/HMI standards, CAD files, or other source systems.
• Ensure responsible, secure, and ethical use of AI tools within documentation processes.
• Champion Knowledge Management and Cross‑Functional Collaboration
• Structure documentation for reuse across projects, product lines, and customer deliverables.
• Organize technical content for easy retrieval by internal teams and customers.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Service, Quality, and IT to gather, validate, and improve documentation content.
• Support training and adoption of documentation standards, tools, and AI‑assisted processes across the organization.
  

Knowledge And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical Communication, Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience producing technical documentation for industrial equipment, automation systems, or manufacturing environments
• Strong technical writing skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Working knowledge of automation systems, PLCs, HMIs, or industrial control environments preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and CAD files
• Experience using documentation tools such as Word, SharePoint, Confluence, or similar content management systems
• Strong prioritization, time management, organization, and proactive problem‑solving skills
• Confidence and ability to communicate professionally with internal and external customers verbally and in writing
• A conscientious approach to meeting and exceeding customer expectations
• Passion for continuous improvement, learning, and applying new technologies
• Ability to handle confidential information with tact and discretion
• Must possess a Real ID or Passport and be willing to travel as necessary
  
  

Benefits Offered

At Aagard, we believe in investing in you—your health, your career, your financial future, and your well-being. Our total rewards package is designed to support you and your family with meaningful benefits.

Comprehensive Healthcare for You and Your Family

• No-Cost Coverage: Preventive & major medical coverage for you and your family—fully paid by Aagard.
• Flexible Health Options: Choose your own plan with company contributions through our Traditional Individual Insurance.
• Payment-in-lieu: Receive extra compensation if you’re insured elsewhere.
• Company-Paid Benefits: Dental, Life, and Disability insurance—all included.
• Wellness Support: Reimbursements for gym memberships, nutrition counseling, mental health services, vision screenings, and more.
  
  

Financial Security

• 401(k) with Company Match: 50% match on the first 10% of your contributions.
• Quarterly Profit Sharing: Celebrate success with rewards that grow with our company.
  
  

Time Off

• Paid Time Off: Enjoy time for rest and relaxation.
• 9 Paid Holidays throughout the year.
• Paid Bereavement Leave for life’s difficult moments.
• Volunteer Time Off: Make an impact with paid time to support causes you care about.
  
  

Career Growth & Development Opportunities

• Pathways to Leadership: Build your future with mentorship and servant leadership programs.
• Educational Support: Scholarships and tuition reimbursement to help you grow.
  
  

Unique Offerings That Set Us Apart

• Celebrate, Care, and Connect: Our on-staff chaplain is here to support you through life’s milestones, challenges, and celebrations.
• Supporting Our Community: Aagard matches your charitable contributions, helping you give back and make a difference.
• Team Building Events & Lunch & Learns: Connect, learn, and grow with your peers.
• Complimentary Perks: Enjoy fresh fruit, hot beverages, and local business discounts.
  
  

At Aagard, you’re not just joining a company—you’re joining a team that cares. Your contributions matter here, and we’re proud to offer benefits that help you thrive at work and beyond.

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